Ergonomics - Biomechanical assessment

Introduction

Biomechanics focuses on the mechanical structures and functions of biological systems, from a physical perspective. Biomechanical assessment usually involves static and dynamic examination and assessment of the body under weight bearing and non-weight bearing conditions.

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Expertise in Action

Experts in biomechanical assessment may be required for a range of reasons including:

• To assess injuries
  
• To assess scenes where it is alleged injury occurred to confirm issues of fact
  
• To provide insight into damages calculations and vocational options for injured persons
  
• To evaluate ergonomic efficiency in the workplace
• To improve sports performance

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Cost

The overall cost of expert opinion depends on the services required. Some of the key factors that affect the cost of advice include:

• The need for a view or inspection of a location
• The quantity of documentary material to be reviewed
• Whether there are reports of other experts to be reviewed and commented on in detail
• Whether there is a need for conferences with the expert either in person or by telephone/Skype

Relevant Articles Australian Institute of Sport - Biomechanics

Biomechanics examines forces acting on the body, and the effects of these forces. By studying an athlete’s performance, inadequacies that are limiting their performance can be diagnosed, and the coach can then incorporate drills into the athlete’s training to overcome the shortcomings.

Biomechanical Assessments in Sports and Ergonomics

This chapter presents in a concise manner the existing and novel approaches for biomechanical assessments of human movement.

Relevant Cases Lynette Cecil v Attorney General of New South Wales & Anor [2012] NSWSC 1186

A second inquest into the death of a man who was at first classed as committing suicide was requested. A biomechanical assessment of the deceased and the location where he died by jumping off a balcony were relied on to disprove the hypothesis of suicide.

Collaroy Services Beach Club Ltd v Haywood [2007] NSWCA 21

Negligence case where a plaintiff was severely injured from falling off a dangerously structured staircase. Biomechanical expert evidence was required to determine whether or not the actual staircase itself was the cause of injury.

Rachel Louise Tenbosch v Helen Myers [2012] NSWDC 38

Motor vehicle accident where pedestrian suffered ankle injury after being run over by defendant car. Biomechanical expert opinion required to assess nature of injury to determine whether pedestrian was stationary or walking at the time.

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